Project Engineer Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts project engineers work across defense contractors like Raytheon Technologies and General Dynamics, life sciences firms concentrated in the Seaport and Kendall Square, and major infrastructure projects throughout Greater Boston. The state's deep university pipeline and concentration of engineering employers make it one of the more active markets for H-1B visa sponsorship in this field.
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GFT is seeking a Senior Project Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation Team in Boston, MA. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Boston office.
Working on the roadway team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GFT has an opening for a Senior Project Bridge Engineer with greater than 10 years of experience in bridge design and construction services. We are seeking an individual who can carry out and lead the design of our bridge projects, coordinate with other disciplines, meet with clients to develop current and future projects, and provide day-to-day leadership and apply technical expertise. There will be opportunities to engage in structural design, rehabilitation, analysis and load rating of bridges, preparation and review of construction documents, specifications, and estimates. Assignments and technical guidance and overall direction will be provided by Project Managers.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Designing and analyzing structural components of bridges and related structures.
- Reviewing project design for general compliance with engineering principles, company standards, client contract requirements, and related specifications.
- Developing details of bridge components for contract drawings.
- Calculating quantities and developing construction cost estimates.
- Providing construction services support. Reviewing shop drawings. Organize submittals and address questions from contractors during the construction phase of projects.
- Performing load rating analyses and preparation of load rating reports.
- Performing bridge and tunnel inspections and preparation of inspection reports.
- Accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
- Informing Project Managers of workload and any changes in project schedule or scope or additional services.
- Providing technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.
- Showing understanding of team management, develop project scope of work, estimating manpower needs, prepare CPM schedules and track project progress.
- Assisting or participating in the preparation of business proposals.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
- Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in MA.
- 10+ years of experience in bridge design and construction services.
- Experience in new bridge design including design build, bridge rehabilitation, administration of construction services load ratings and/or inspection of bridges.
- Experience with structural design software such as AASHTOWare BrR, Midas 3D Civil, STAAD Pro, MDX, CSiBridge, LUSAS and/or other structural analysis software and applications such as MathCAD.
- Strong knowledge and ability of reading plans and shop drawings and evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
- Team oriented engineer and strong communicator with ability to work concurrently within multiple projects demands and transitioning priorities.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Valid Driver's License.
- No relocation assistance - local candidates preferred.
- Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
COMPENSATION
- The salary range for this role is $150,000 - $175,000; Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
FEATURED BENEFITS
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.
LOCATION
Location: Boston, MA
WORKING HOURS
Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Employment Status: Full-time
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INTRODUCTION
GFT is seeking a Senior Project Bridge Engineer to join our Transportation Team in Boston, MA. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Boston office.
Working on the roadway team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GFT has an opening for a Senior Project Bridge Engineer with greater than 10 years of experience in bridge design and construction services. We are seeking an individual who can carry out and lead the design of our bridge projects, coordinate with other disciplines, meet with clients to develop current and future projects, and provide day-to-day leadership and apply technical expertise. There will be opportunities to engage in structural design, rehabilitation, analysis and load rating of bridges, preparation and review of construction documents, specifications, and estimates. Assignments and technical guidance and overall direction will be provided by Project Managers.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Designing and analyzing structural components of bridges and related structures.
- Reviewing project design for general compliance with engineering principles, company standards, client contract requirements, and related specifications.
- Developing details of bridge components for contract drawings.
- Calculating quantities and developing construction cost estimates.
- Providing construction services support. Reviewing shop drawings. Organize submittals and address questions from contractors during the construction phase of projects.
- Performing load rating analyses and preparation of load rating reports.
- Performing bridge and tunnel inspections and preparation of inspection reports.
- Accuracy of engineering design, reports, load ratings, and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
- Informing Project Managers of workload and any changes in project schedule or scope or additional services.
- Providing technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.
- Showing understanding of team management, develop project scope of work, estimating manpower needs, prepare CPM schedules and track project progress.
- Assisting or participating in the preparation of business proposals.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering with an emphasis in structures from an ABET-accredited university or college.
- Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer in MA.
- 10+ years of experience in bridge design and construction services.
- Experience in new bridge design including design build, bridge rehabilitation, administration of construction services load ratings and/or inspection of bridges.
- Experience with structural design software such as AASHTOWare BrR, Midas 3D Civil, STAAD Pro, MDX, CSiBridge, LUSAS and/or other structural analysis software and applications such as MathCAD.
- Strong knowledge and ability of reading plans and shop drawings and evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
- Team oriented engineer and strong communicator with ability to work concurrently within multiple projects demands and transitioning priorities.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), AutoCAD/Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Valid Driver's License.
- No relocation assistance - local candidates preferred.
- Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
COMPENSATION
- The salary range for this role is $150,000 - $175,000; Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
FEATURED BENEFITS
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.
LOCATION
Location: Boston, MA
WORKING HOURS
Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Employment Status: Full-time
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Which companies sponsor visas for project engineers in Massachusetts?
Raytheon Technologies, General Dynamics, Jacobs Engineering, and AECOM are among the employers with documented H-1B visa sponsorship activity for project engineer roles in Massachusetts. Life sciences firms such as Moderna and Biogen also sponsor project engineers supporting facilities and construction programs. Sponsorship is more common at large defense contractors and established engineering firms than at smaller regional firms.
Which visa types are most common for project engineers in Massachusetts?
The H-1B is the most common visa for project engineers in Massachusetts, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field. Candidates from Australia may qualify for the E-3 visa, and Canadian and Mexican nationals may have TN visa options under the USMCA, depending on their specific engineering discipline and job duties.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most project engineer sponsorship jobs?
Greater Boston, including Cambridge, Waltham, and Woburn, accounts for the largest share of project engineer sponsorship activity in Massachusetts, driven by defense, biotech, and infrastructure sectors. Worcester supports manufacturing and civil engineering roles, while the Route 128 corridor hosts significant engineering operations for firms like Raytheon and General Dynamics. The Seaport District has growing demand from life sciences construction and facilities management.
How to find project engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically to employers with a demonstrated history of visa sponsorship, making it easier to identify project engineer roles in Massachusetts without sifting through postings from companies that don't sponsor. You can search by location and role type to focus on Greater Boston, the Route 128 corridor, or other active hiring areas. This saves time compared to searching general job boards where sponsorship status is rarely disclosed upfront.
Are there state-specific considerations for project engineers seeking sponsorship in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts has a strong university pipeline through MIT, Northeastern, and UMass Amherst, which means employers are generally familiar with sponsoring international engineering graduates. The state's prevailing wage requirements for H-1B roles are benchmarked to local Boston-area rates, which tend to be higher than national averages for project engineers. Defense contractors in Massachusetts also face additional hiring requirements tied to security clearances, which can complicate or limit sponsorship for certain project engineer positions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored project engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.